I took some time to think about which of several background stamps that I own would be the perfect one and decided on this one from Hero Arts called Classic Fabric Background. I stamped it on a dark charcoal paper and embossed it in white. Then I took some more time to consider what my red element could be, and I kept coming back to a big red rose. This is the first time I've used all the parts of my Spellbinder's Rose Creations dies - I used at least 2 of most of the sizes, to make this as full as I could. The rose is centered with an antique pearl brad that sweet Sue sent me. Then came the sentiment.....I didn't want to overpower the rest of the design, so I settled on this little banner, also from Hero Arts.
supplies: white, charcoal and red cardstock, Hero Arts CG245 Classic Fabric Design, VersaMark ink and Hero Arts white embossing powder, 330053 Heydey Sentiments, VersaFine onyx black ink, Spellbinder's Rose Creations dies, Creative Charms Vintage pearl brad
Now if I only had an elegant occasion to use this for!
Am I counting 12 layers on that stunning flower?! Such a beautiful card, my friend!
ReplyDeleteLove the embossed background & your rose is gorgeous!
ReplyDeleteOne word: GORGEOUS - no - 2 words: ELEGANT :)
ReplyDeleteLove your take on the trigger - really luxurious and rich!
ReplyDeleteWOW this is gorgeous love the red flower against the background. Caroline xxx
ReplyDeleteThat is very elegant. I love the pop of red against the gray and white. I think I need to buy more gray card stock. I always forget about that color but it makes such stunning cards.
ReplyDeleteFAB stamping & stunning flower Lin - Love it!
ReplyDeleteBeautiful flower, Lin!!! Love the background...one of my favorite HA stamps!
ReplyDeleteWhen I saw that trigger photo I thought of the same classic fabric design stamp! I love embossing that image in white against dark cardstock...and the pop of red is gorgeous! Well done!
ReplyDeleteThis is such a knockout!!! Love it. Love the clean embossing and the gorgeous red flower.
ReplyDeleteWow what a stunning card. So beautifully done Lin. That rose is amazing against that gorgeous background. Good luck with the challenge
ReplyDeleteReally beautiful Lin!
ReplyDeleteWhoa!!! Lin, this is amazing. Fabulous take on the trigger, and perfectly done :)
ReplyDeleteThis has to be the winner Lin! My gosh this is so beautiful! So much love went into that flower!
ReplyDeletevery elegant Lin. The rose really pops and your chose a prefect sentiment to finish it off.
ReplyDeleteGorgeous - WOW! This is one beautiful card - thanks so much for sharing it!
ReplyDeleteBeautifully rich and such an elegant style to this wonderful card Lin.
ReplyDeleteWow, that rose is gorgeous and the Classic Fabric is the perfect and elegant stamp to let that flower shine!
ReplyDeleteLin, this is gorgeous! I love the beautiful flower. Perfect for this challenge!
ReplyDeleteThis is beautiful Lin! I love that backgound stamp and the beautiful flower! Great take on the TT!!
ReplyDeleteOh, Lin, this is stunning and so, so elegant! Beautiful work!
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